Forklift Operator

Company Overview

Missouri Walnut, LLC is a 25-year-old company located in Neosho, Missouri. With nearly 100 team members at our facility covering 130+ acres, we ship hardwood lumber to over 40 countries across the globe. Missouri Walnut is embarking on changing the lumber industry by combining technology and process control to drive safety, quality, and precision manufacturing in order to continue to push the limits on growth and innovation. Here at Missouri Walnut, we strongly believe that creating a culture based on core values of integrity, passion, and trust will allow us to focus on improving each day and pushing the limits on what we can achieve together.

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team at Missouri Walnut Group in the receiving yard. This role is essential for maintaining operation efficiency, ensuring the safe handling of materials while operating safely in a fast paced environment. This role is outside, so you be working in all weather conditions. Your contributions will support our mission of driving growth and innovation within the lumber industry. The hours are Monday-Friday: 7AM - 3:30PM.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and containers while adhering to safety protocols.
• Transport materials to designated areas within the warehouse or production facility.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.
• Assist with inventory management by keeping accurate records of materials handled.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and maintain a clean work environment.
• Follow all OSHA regulations and company policies regarding safety practices.
• Use a computer program to generate product tags
• Use a cell phone application to calculate load tally's

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in a fast paced production setting.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations related to material handling and workplace safety.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting tasks as required by the position.
• Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot minor equipment issues is beneficial.
• Experience working in a distribution center or warehouse environment is a plus.
• Computer experience is preferred
• Smart phone experience is required

If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, we invite you to apply for the Forklift Operator position at Missouri Walnut Group today

MISSOURI WALNUT GROUP is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Missouri Walnut Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending